Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 7.5 Lb.

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen has been expertly hand-carved into a substantially sized 7.5 pound rhinoceros and hand-polished to a brilliant luster to enhance its gorgeous colors and banding. Malachite was historically used as a pigment for painting and was a popular stone in ancient Egypt. This excellent quality carving displays sought-after natural patterning including bullseyes. Dimensions: 10-1/2"W x 2-3/4"D x 5"H, Weight: 7.5 lb.